Christian Georg Schütz I (1718 - 1791)

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Christian Georg Schütz I

Christian Georg Schütz the Elder, born in 1718 in Flörsheim am Main and passing in 1791 in Frankfurt am Main, was a German painter whose etchings and landscapes left a timeless mark on the world of art. Schütz emerged as a master of capturing the natural beauty and architectural elegance of his homeland.

His works, which often depicted vibrant market scenes, serene river landscapes, and bucolic countryside views, reflect a deep understanding of light and atmosphere. Noteworthy pieces like "The Liebfrauenberg in Frankfurt" and "River Landscape with Barge" showcase his ability to blend human activity seamlessly with natural surroundings. His legacy continues to inspire, with 28 of his works proudly displayed at the Städel Museum, offering a window into the pastoral grace of 18th-century Germany.

For those drawn to the idyllic scenes of historical Europe, Schütz's paintings are a cultural treasure. His influence extended to his children and pupils, ensuring that the Schütz legacy of artistry would endure.

Explore Schütz's vision by visiting the Städel Museum, and stay informed about exhibitions and available works by signing up for our exclusive updates.

Date and place of birt:24 september 1718, Flörsheim am Main, Germany
Date and place of death:3 december 1791, Frankfurt, Germany
Nationality:Germany
Period of activity: XVIII century
Specialization:Artist, Decorator, Engraver, Landscape painter, Painter
Genre:Veduta, Landscape painting
Art style:Romanticism
Technique:Engraving

Creators Germany

Hans-Wilhelm Spitzmann (1920 - 1989)
Hans-Wilhelm Spitzmann
1920 - 1989
Peter Lindbergh (1944 - 2019)
Peter Lindbergh
1944 - 2019
Johann Gottlieb Kirchner (1706 - 1768)
Johann Gottlieb Kirchner
1706 - 1768
Ryszard Wasko (1947)
Ryszard Wasko
1947
Ludwig Albrecht Schuster (1824 - 1905)
Ludwig Albrecht Schuster
1824 - 1905
 Armando (1929 - 2018)
Armando
1929 - 2018
Massimo Campigli (1895 - 1971)
Massimo Campigli
1895 - 1971
Peter Angermann (1945)
Peter Angermann
1945
Sala Lieber (1980)
Sala Lieber
1980
Hans Jaenisch (1907 - 1989)
Hans Jaenisch
1907 - 1989
Peter Brüning (1929 - 1970)
Peter Brüning
1929 - 1970
Konrad Balder Schäuffelen (1929 - 2012)
Konrad Balder Schäuffelen
1929 - 2012
Fritz L'Alleman (1812 - 1866)
Fritz L'Alleman
1812 - 1866
Hannsjörg Voth (1940)
Hannsjörg Voth
1940
Alfred Otto Koenig (1871 - 1940)
Alfred Otto Koenig
1871 - 1940
Richard Hess (1937 - 2017)
Richard Hess
1937 - 2017

Creators Romanticism

David Edward Cronin (1839 - 1925)
David Edward Cronin
1839 - 1925
Sophie Anderson (1823 - 1903)
Sophie Anderson
1823 - 1903
Alessandro Sanquirico (1777 - 1849)
Alessandro Sanquirico
1777 - 1849
Joseph Wilton (1722 - 1803)
Joseph Wilton
1722 - 1803
Philippe Rousseau (1816 - 1887)
Philippe Rousseau
1816 - 1887
Samuel Howitt (1765 - 1822)
Samuel Howitt
1765 - 1822
George Sand (1804 - 1876)
George Sand
1804 - 1876
Ludwig van Beethoven (1770 - 1826)
Ludwig van Beethoven
1770 - 1826
Modest Urhel (1839 - 1919)
Modest Urhel
1839 - 1919
James Sillett (1764 - 1840)
James Sillett
1764 - 1840
Enos Hitchcock (1744 - 1803)
Enos Hitchcock
1744 - 1803
Thomas Buttersworth (1768 - 1842)
Thomas Buttersworth
1768 - 1842
William Pearson (1772 - 1849)
William Pearson
1772 - 1849
William John Huggins (1781 - 1845)
William John Huggins
1781 - 1845
Eduard Boehm (1830 - 1890)
Eduard Boehm
1830 - 1890
George Cumberland I (1754 - 1848)
George Cumberland I
1754 - 1848
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